TEFL Certificate Italy

The Country

There are numerous and vast opportunities to find work teaching English in Italy. In a few of cities there are more English teaching jobs than teachers, while all other parts of the country still have good prospects. In practically every Italian city, a qualified TEFL teacher will be able to find an English teaching position relatively quickly. Many teachers revel in the lifestyle that Italy has to offer, even though pay is fairly low in relation to the cost of living. As Italy is an EU country, work prospects favor British and Irish citizens, though there are literally thousands of non-EU nationals who have secured positions teaching English in Italy as well.

Job prospects for suitably qualified TEFL teachers are good. Job opportunities teaching English are plentiful in the big cities of Rome, Turin, Milan, Florence, Bologna as well as cities and towns in the south of the country.

Language schools and institutes in Italy begin classes in September after the summer holiday, with class enrollments taking place out up to October. The school year ends in May or June and therefore a teacher’s contract is usually for nine or ten months. English language teachers are always in demand in Italy, but the best time to start applying for positions and for contacting schools are from February onwards. This is when schools have a good idea of initial student numbers for the new academic year. Another good time to apply is at the beginning of the academic year in September and October. During this period, schools may well have demand for new teachers on a daily basis.

Postings for Jobs teaching English in Italy are often found on the many TEFL web sites. Always check these regularly. Run searches on these sites for previous postings and collect school contact details. Visit language school directories and online business publications, such as the white pages, to add more direct contacts to schools throughout Italy. This will result in you collecting many school details. Send schools your resume and a cover letter. Consider following up your initial email with a telephone call. If you persevere with you quest for a job teaching English in Italy, you will succeed. Italy is a top destination for teaching English and competition is strong.

 

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Sample Job offer for Teaching English in Italy

"Our international school in Genoa, Italy is looking for qualified English language teachers. Our teachers work up to 28 hours per week. We help all new teachers find a place to live, and they can join an Italian course, as well as participate in all teacher-training courses during their time at the school. Teachers have a wide variety of teaching material available as well as a very active didactic department helping out every step of the way. Minimum Qualifications: University degree, Recognized TEFL/TESOL certificate, a desire to work in a fun and highly motivating environment, prior work experience, which should include non-teaching positions."